Lapland as a Local

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7 days - Private Log Cabin | Village Stay | Authentic Activities
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

What's this trip about?

    7 days - Private Log Cabin | Village Stay | Authentic Activities

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKittilä
End CityKittilä

Travel Themes

  • High Adventure

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Airport transfers on day 1 & 7 (for scheduled flights to and from Kittilä)
    • 6 nights' accommodation in your private log cabin with kitchen
    • 1 set of linen & towels per person for the 6 nights
    • Final cleaning for cabin
    • One light lunches during your activities
    • Winter clothing hire:Overall, boots, balaclava, mittens
    • All activities as per itinerary including: visit to a reindeer farm incl. reindeer sleigh ride, husky safari (2 adults per sleigh, children in guide's sleigh), ice-fishing safari by snowmobiles (2 adults per snowmobile, children in guide's sled). These activities can vary depending on the options available and weather conditions.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive to the Kittilä airport and transfer to your log cabin

Transfer from Kittilä airport to Äkäslompolo village. After you have your winter clothing and hired equipment, take a walk to the supermarket where you will be able to purchase supplies for your cabin.

Free time for relaxing in your cabin: light the fire...

Day 2 - Husky safari in the northern wilderness

After breakfast, imagine a ride through silent, snow-covered forest in a sled drawn by the huskies. Pulling a sled is no problem for the dogs and they can reach amazing speeds over firm snow!

At the Husky Farm, the guide will introduce you to about hundr...

Day 3 - Ice Fishing Safari with snowmobiles

After a snowmobile drive to a frozen lake you get to experience the traditional way of winter fishing – through a hole in the ice. You may also see how fishing with a net is done. During the safari guide will serve you a soup lunch. If you will be lucky enough ...

Day 4 - Free day to souvenir shop, go skiing or enjoy your cabin

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and spend the day relaxing in your cabin or outside. There is plenty of options here in Äkäslompolo; souvenir shopping, visiting the petting zoo, saying hello to the reindeers at the supermarket or enjoying the sauna and fireplace in...

Day 5 - Day at a Reindeer Farm, meeting local Sami and sleigh ride through the forest

Reindeer herder Sami and his family present today’s everyday life on a reindeer farm and the history. On your visit to the farm you will get close to the animals and also have the possibility to feed them. The reindeer eat the lichens and birch leaves out of yo...

Day 6 - Free day to enjoy cross country skiing or head off downhill skiing

Today is a free day to enjoy cross country skiing or head off downhill skiing. The cross country skiing tracks criss cross the village and you can basically head off in any direction. You can get lessons locally. Down hill skiing is possible in Ylläs.

Day 7 - Departure day

After breakfast, transfer to Kittilä airport. Depending on your flight, you might have a chance to visit Levi, a larger town in the region which offers interesting options such as ice go karting, horse riding & snow laser tag.

Ask us how to combine this tour with a visit to Tromsø, Norway.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,639
Price per day$377
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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Finish Date
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Availability
11 Jan 2026
29 Mar 2026
$2,966

Price per person. Family triple (if applicable) is available on request (2 adults sharing with one child age 4 -14). Price is early indicative and subject to change.

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with 50 Degrees North.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Flight tickets, meals other than described, alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, travel insurance, visas, gratuities and any other items of personal nature.The majority of the cabins don't have Wi-Fi but you can arrange hot spotting in the cabins where possible. You can will be able to purchase food and alcohol supplies at the local supermarket and that way you can enjoy meals in the comfort of your own cabin together with your family. There are lots of different dining options in Äkäslompolo, varying from fine dining, casual meals and buffets.

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Age Requirements
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